Location:

Beijing, China

Program Type:

Volunteer Abroad

Degree Level:

Undergraduate

Work Types:

Translation

Duration:

1-3 months

Program Overview

Program Description:

Hutong School is a Mandarin Chinese language school with branches in Central Beijing and Shanghai. It was founded in April 2005 in response to the growing demand of Western students, graduates and young professionals for internships and Chinese language courses in China. It is committed to creating new opportunities for young talented students by linking them with both Chinese and international companies in Beijing and Shanghai. We offer intensive Chinese courses as well as internship and volunteer programs. We can also provide tailor-made programs to meet your individual requirements. Through our programmes, we aim to enhance our students’ understanding and knowledge about Chinese language and Chinese culture.

Among our partner companies are world renowned organisations such as Lenovo and the Benelux Chamber of Commerce and many other Chinese and international companies in Beijing and Shanghai. We also have estabilshed partnerships with the following universities: * Kellogg Institute for International Studies - USA * Lessius Mechelen - Belgium * Brussels Institute of Contemporary China Studies - Belgium * LMU Munich - Germany * Hogeschool Zuyd - The Netherlands * Avans Hogeschool - The Netherlands

All our programs include: * Single room accommodation in modern apartments located a short subway ride from the school * Organization of activities such as business lectures, cultural activities, etc. * Airport pick-up when you first arrive in Beijing or Shanghai (we will pick you from the train station too!) * Assistance with practical problems, traveling inquiries, ticket booking, etc. * Welcome pack

Setting Description:

Our Beijing Branch is located in the heart of Sanlitun, close to the Central Business District. The school is conveniently located for the many expatriates who work and live in Beijing as well as for students on our Internship Program. The Shanghai Branch is located at the border of the former French Concession, one of Shanghai's most charming areas, and Jing'an, one of the business centers in Shanghai.